Idenity theft is a serious crime and the nation's fastest-growing crime. Identity theft occurs when someone uses your personal information such as your name, Social Security number, or other identifying information, without your permission to commit fraud or other crimes, usually for economic gain. It can have a devastating effect on victims. The experience can be overwhelming and extremely time-consuming. While you can't entirely control whether you will become a victim, there are steps you can take to minimize your risk . If it ever happens to you, you need to know exactly what to do to help you solve the problem, protect you and your family, and get on with your life.

• Learn how to be on guard against Internet fraud, secure your computer, and protect your personal information.
• Learn about identity theft, help protect yourself from identity theft, and step to take if it occurs.

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